Saturday, March 12, 2011

Quick Tips

Still counting down the days of spring and we have exactly 8 days left. Want to get a head start on some spring cleaning? Or if you just want to relieve that stress from a tough week, I find rearranging almost zen-like. For those that want to re-decorate or re-arrange a living space, here are some pointers to help you out!

Start off with larger pieces of furniture, like your sofa or bed. From there it's easier to accessorize around the bigger pieces to enhance the furniture.
Don't forget your focal point, such as a TV or fireplace. It provides a convenient direction for the arrangement of your furniture.
If possible, try not to put all your furniture up against a wall. A little breathing room is always good.
Light is one of the most overlooked decorating aspects of a home. Change it up by taking note of the difference between using a low watt bulb vs. a high watt. Get new lamps or something dramatically different.
If the arrangement isn't working, try clearing out or two of furniture. Taking a piece out may open up a whole new set of possibilities.

Don't be afraid to do something outside of the box. Something as neat as creating your own abstract art on a piece of canvas to show off on your own wall. You may just surprise yourself! Remember what you're doing with rearranging isn't permanent. Live with it a couple months and if you don't like it you can always change it again.

Happy decorating!

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Simply In The City

A very simple terrace in the city. Check out that bath. And my favorite would be the earthy kitchen or the private patio, great for reading and summer barbecues . Cozy, but welcoming. Tiny, yet terrific.

Monday, March 7, 2011

March 20th

The first day of spring is right around the corner, and the interior of this lovely home found in Sydney, Australia screams just that. You don't have to go international to create the same look. Get ready for spring cleaning & maybe even squeeze in some new renovations!

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Roca Homes

In a city not exactly renowned for its exciting residential design, award winning architect Barry J. Hobin designed this gorgeous house. Located in the heart of Ottawa, this home definitely shows off great talent pushing the limits of design & construction.